NEC has been working to sign Ahmetcan Kaplan for a long time, and the club is happy with the definitive transfer agreement with Ajax. Kaplan played 30 official matches for NEC in the previous season, contributing significantly to the team's successful campaign.
The Turkish defender played on loan for NEC in the previous season and has now signed a contract with the club for four seasons until the summer of 2030. NEC's technical director Carlos Aalbers expressed his delight with the transfer, stating that Kaplan was a crucial part of the team's success last season.
Aalbers also mentioned that Kaplan is currently dealing with an injury and will start his rehabilitation with NEC's staff after the next international break in September. The club is eager to have Kaplan back on the pitch as soon as possible, with Aalbers stating that they will do everything to help him recover.